Mumbai, April 17: The serious health impacts of chemical farming and the rising risk of diseases like cancer have prompted farmers to explore alternative agricultural methods. In this context, Gujarat is leading a new green revolution by promoting natural farming.
Efforts are underway to make agriculture environmentally friendly and sustainable through natural methods such as Jeevamrit and Beejamrit. Arvindaben Gamait, a woman farmer from Singhpur village in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, serves as an inspiring example of this initiative. Guided by the Agricultural Science Center and under the government’s Atma Project, she began natural farming on just one acre of land. Today, she cultivates 22 types of crops through zero budget farming, without using any chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
Speaking about her experience, Arvindaben stated, “Chemical farming was degrading the soil and increasing costs. Since adopting natural farming, my expenses have nearly vanished, and my yields are good.”
Her success is most evident in her onion production. Without any pesticides or fertilizers, she grew about 2 tons of onions on just 30 gunthas of land. She sold them for ₹25 per kilogram from home, earning nearly ₹50,000 in just one week. This income far surpasses what she made from traditional farming.
Dr. C.D. Pandya, a senior scientist at the Agricultural Science Center in Tapi, noted that women like Arvindaben are giving new direction to natural farming. He explained, “Natural farming enhances soil fertility, conserves water, and produces healthier crops. Arvindaben has successfully demonstrated this.”
Natural farming in Gujarat has now evolved into a people’s movement. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the state government is continuously working in this direction. Currently, over 800,000 farmers in Gujarat have bid farewell to chemical farming, adopting natural methods that yield higher income at lower costs. This model not only increases farmers’ earnings but also improves soil health.
Natural farming is proving to be a beneficial venture for farmers. Beejamrit protects seeds, while Jeevamrit promotes microorganisms in the soil. As a result, crops become disease-resistant, leading to increased production. Women like Arvindaben Gamait are not only boosting their families’ incomes but also serving as a source of inspiration for their entire villages.
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